WorksheetsAre You a Context Clues Connoisseur?
Total questions: 24
Worksheet time: 12mins
He judiciously decided to take the main roads instead of the curvy side streets on this dark and rainy night.
recklessly
quickly
cautiously
The woman's garish outfit of pink, purple, and orange stood out in the midst of mourners wearing black and grey.
bright, in poor taste
expensive
serious
"Don't interrupt when I'm speaking," the teacher chided gently.
complimented
scolded
shouted
She looked at her enemy with such rancor, that if looks could kill, he would fall over dead.
love
adoration
hatred
The agile ballerina leaped and twirled effortlessly across the stage.
athletic
clumsy
droopy
The felon was convicted of the crime of grand larceny.
judge
policeman
criminal
The high school student was so inundated with homework, projects, and reports, he thought he'd never finish it all on time.
organized
overwhelmed
relaxed
After many attempts, she finally resolved to lose weight once and for all.
was determined
gave up
waited
In her saucy way, she tossed her hair back, looked him in the eye and challenged, "What are you going to do if I don't obey?"
quiet
bold
shy
She glared at him with such enmity, he knew that they would never be friends again.
love
understanding
hatred
Her anger over his lies languished as she calmed down and began to watch a movie to distract herself.
became stronger
decreased in intensity
ignited
The soldier valiantly protected the doorway against intruders so the woman and her child could escape safely.
bravely
indifferently
cowardly
The king's minions crowded around him, waiting for him to direct them to do various tasks.
sisters
advisors
servants
The actress was hailed for her convincing portrayal of the First Lady.
insulted
praised
rained on
The hurricane that occurred on her wedding day, was prophetic of the difficult marriage that followed.
ignored
caused
predicted
From the vantage point of her seat, she could see all of the action on the stage.
place with a good view
place with an obstructed view
last seats in the row
The spy was convicted of treason against his country, and he was sentenced to death.
robbery
disloyalty
misdemeanor
The seagull was a welcome sight for the people aboard the boat, for it was a harbinger that they were approaching land.
indication
pet
dream
The need for rain was creating a dire situation, with people dying from dehydration and crops withering.
terrible
surprising
heated
The burglar's stealthy movements allowed him to sneak through the house without setting off the alarm.
turbulent
jerky
sneaky
The laughter of multitudinous pre-schoolers echoed throughout the hallways.
few
numerous
young
After a night of carousing with his buddies, the bachelor woke up hungover and sick from the drinks the night before.
partying
sleeping
watching movies
The child's unruly behavior made him unwelcome in the homes of other children whose mothers would not tolerate that wild behavior.
wild
calm
charming
She smiled warmly, showing no malice towards her ex-husband, even though they did not get along well.
love
hatred
indifference
